The Daily Iowan is the student-run newspaper of the University of Iowa, a public research university located in Iowa City, Iowa. The newspaper was founded in 1868 by a group of University of Iowa students who wanted to create a publication to serve the campus community. Since its inception, The Daily Iowan has been entirely student-operated, with faculty advisors providing guidance and oversight. The newspaper remains under the ownership and management of the University of Iowa students. The Daily Iowan covers a wide range of topics relevant to the University of Iowa community, including campus news, student life, sports (with a strong focus on the school's athletic teams, the Hawkeyes), arts and entertainment, and local Iowa City news that impacts the university. As a student-run publication, the newspaper provides an opportunity for University of Iowa students to gain hands-on experience in journalism, reporting, and media production. The Daily Iowan's offices are located on the University of Iowa campus in Iowa City. One interesting fact: Despite its status as a student-run newspaper, The Daily Iowan has a long history of award-winning journalism. Over the years, the publication and its student staff have been recognized by various collegiate press associations for their investigative reporting, in-depth feature writing, and innovative multimedia content, demonstrating the high caliber of work produced by University of Iowa students.